Our weekly comparisons continue, as we bring two TECNO devices up against each other. Today, we have the TECNO Pouvoir 3 Plus vs TECNO Spark 5 Pro in this sibling rivalry, sit back and enjoy this comparison.
The Pouvoir 3 Plus is the older of both devices, coming in August of 2019, while the newer Spark 5 Pro was released in July this year. They both offer a number of decent qualities which we will observe more keenly very soon.
Let’s get straight into the thick of things and see what both smartphones have on show today.
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TECNO Pouvoir 3 Plus vs TECNO Spark 5 Pro Comparison Table
This is where we’ll take a much closer look beneath the designs covering these devices, checking out what both smartphones really pack underneath.
| TECNO Pouvoir 3 Plus | TECNO Spark 5 Pro |
| 2G, 3G, 4G | 2G, 3G, 4G |
| 6.35 inches, 1548 × 720 pixels, 19.5:9 aspect ratio, AMOLED display | 6.60 inches, 1600 × 720 pixels, 20:9 aspect ratio, IPS LCD display |
| Android 9 Pie + HiOS | Android 10 + HiOS |
| Quad-core MediaTek MT6762 Helio P22, 2.0GHz | Quad-core MediaTek MT6762D Helio A25, 1.8GHz |
| 13MP selfie camera | 8MP selfie camera |
| 32MP + 5MP + 2MP triple rear cameras with LED flash | 16MP + 2MP + 2MP + AI Quad rear camera with LED flash |
| 32/64GB internal storage + dedicated storage via microSD up to 256GB | 64/128GB internal storage + dedicated storage via microSD up to 128GB |
| 3/4GB RAM | 3/4GB RAM |
| 6,000mAh battery with 5W Standard Charge | 5,000mAh battery with 5W Standard Charge |
| ₦46,000/₦50,000 | ₦54,000/₦65,500 |
TECNO Pouvoir 3 Plus vs TECNO Spark 5 Pro: Where the Pouvoir 3 Plus Has the Edge
The Pouvoir 3 Plus is a cheaper option, with both 3GB and 4GB variants costing less than those of the Spark 5 Pro. It also has a bigger battery than its rival, with a massive 6,000mAh pack taking care of this device’s needs.
In the optics department, it has fewer rear cameras (with better specs) and has a solid selfie camera to go with it. However, we cannot entirely rely on numbers when it comes to camera comparisons.
Under the hood, it has a chipset with faster processing speeds than its rival and also offers more external storage than the Spark 5 Pro.
TECNO Pouvoir 3 Plus vs TECNO Spark 5 Pro: Where the Spark 5 Pro Has the Edge
The Spark 5 Pro features a larger display with a slightly better resolution, making it a great pick for users who want a smartphone that lets them enjoy premium entertainment on a larger screen.
It brings the newer Android 10 OS to the fore, with some of the latest security updates available.
In terms of storage, it offers more onboard memory than the Pouvoir 3 Plus, but brings less external memory with it.
TECNO Pouvoir 3 Plus vs TECNO Spark 5 Pro: Which of These Devices Should You Pick?
Our comparison today has seen us bring two TECNO smartphones from different time periods head-to-head, bringing the best of both worlds to you. Now, the big question is, which of these smartphones should you go for?
The Pouvoir 3 Plus brings a faster chipset, better-looking cameras, and a stronger battery to the table. It is also cheaper than its rival, with its 3GB/32GB model selling for ₦46,000, while its 4GB/64GB variant costs ₦50,000, making it a wonderful option for certain users.
The Spark 5 Pro is an ideal pick for users who want something newer with a more recent software and a larger display. It has ample RAM, more onboard storage than its sibling smartphone, and a solid chipset that offers 4G support.
At the end of the day, the ultimate purchase decision rests in your palms. Both devices expectedly have their pros and cons, and your final decision should depend on what you want from a smartphone.
If you prefer something smaller, more compact, with decent specs and a powerful battery to back it up, then the Pouvoir 3 Plus is easily the better option for you. But if you want something newer, with a larger display and a lot of storage memory, then you’d best be suited to the Spark 5 Pro.
Both great devices, but I love the storage on the spark 5 pro